2013 Winter Gala and Fundraiser Silent Auction

Friend of the group, Susana Perez, has donated a home rejuvenation gift basket which will include a scented candle, new hand towels and a gift certificate for 4 hours of home cleaning from her Bella Casa Cleaning Services.

This basket will include gift certificates for internet service through and donated by XMission and an Atheists of Utah Mousepad. We would also like to take this opportunity to thank XMission for all the years they have donated hosting services for our website.

FYI, you can find and order our Atheists of Utah Mousepads on our Zazzle store at http://www.zazzle.com/atheistsofutah

Noted local artist and author, Joanne Hanks, has contributed a print of her award winning painting “Silver Lake at Brighton”. This print is framed and measures 15″ x 21″ and signed by the artist. Additional information on Joanne’s artwork can be found at http://www.johanks.com/.

Noted local artist and author, Joanne Hanks, has offered an autographed copy of her auto-biographical book, “It’s Not About the SEX” My ASS. This irreverent, disturbing and funny book explores the authors first-hand experiences in a Mormon-based polygamist cult. Additional information and a preview of “It’s Not About the SEX” My ASS can be found at http://www.itsnotaboutthesexmyass.com/.

This lovely 16×20 framed print was created and donated by local artist Holly Porter. This print was entirely computer generated and took several weeks to paint.

This lovely 30×20 framed print was created and donated by local artist Holly Porter. This print was entirely computer generated and took almost a year to paint.

This beautiful 30×20 framed print was created and donated by local artist Holly Porter. This print was entirely computer generated and took almost six months to paint.

Noted author, public speaker and historical researcher David Fitzgerald has donated an autographed copy of his book Nailed: Ten Christian Myths That Show Jesus Never Existed at All. This text illustrates how the existence of Jesus was created through allegorical alchemy of hope and imagination. Additional information and a preview of this book can be found at http://www.amazon.com/Nailed-Christian-Myths-Jesus-Existed/dp/0557709911

Our own multi-talented Brittany Bellows has once again donated this framed, 8×10 original Bellows watercolor. Thanks again Brittany.

Have you ever wanted to know how to hunt and kill a unicorn? Why you should carry a shovel at all times? How to improve your home using a human corpse? Then consider bidding on this autographed copy of the New York Times Best-Seller “5 Very Good Reasons To Punch A Dolphin In The Mouth (and other useful guides)”. This autographed copy was donated by our own Brittany Bellows.

This is the newest of Holly Porter’s creations which she has graciously donated for this auction. This 16×20 framed pring was entirely computer generated and took almost six months to paint.

World renowned photographer Bradford Rowley has donated a portrait sitting at his luxurious studio located on world famous Worth Avenue in Palm Beach, Florida. Bradley has been widely recognized as one of the top portraitists in the world today, with his portraits being seen in luxurious homes throughout the United States and around the world. This package will include:

• Portrait Session
• 20” wall portrait on canvas with rich artistry
• Overnight stay at the 5 Diamond Ritz Carlton in conjunction with the sitting.

Additional information on Bradford can be found on his site at http://www.bradfordportraits.com/

• 100% God Free Tote Bag
• Jesus Kite
• Jesus Hat
• Flying Spaghetti Monster Vinyl Decal
• And for the Atheist who thinks he has read everything here is a collection of 240+ books about atheism, agnosticism and free thought all in PDF form on a DVD. A wealth of knowledge and history at your fingertips.
  • 400 YEARS OF FREETHOUGHT 1894 – PUTNAM
  • AGNOSTICISM AND OTHER ESSAYS 1889 – FAWCETT
  • AS A MAN THINKETH – ALLEN
  • DID JESUS REALLY LIVE 1908 – MANGASARIAN
  • ESSAYS IN RATIONALISM 1891 – NEWMAN
  • COSMOS OR CHAOS – BARROWS
  • FREE THOUGHT AND OFFICIAL PROPAGANDA 1922 – RUSSELL (plus a ton of other Russell books and writings!!)
  • HERETICS AND HERESIES 1874 – INGERSOLL
  • MODERN ATHEISM 1865 – NAVILLE
  • RELATIVITY THE SPECIAL AND GENERAL THEORY – EINSTEIN
  • THE DESCENT OF MAN 1871 – DARWIN (plus other Darwin writings)
  • THE FREE THOUGHT MAGAZINE (several volumes)
  • THE LIGHT OF TRUTH IN THE MIND OF MAN 1824
  • THE SCIENCE OF RIGHT 1790 – KANT
  • TWELVE YEARS IN A MONASTERY 1897 – MCCABE
  • Plus Many More!

This basket was designed for the beginner wine enthusiast and includes a collection of stemware, corkscrew, the #1 wine book Wine For Dummies and a collection of red and white wines from around the world.

This portable fitness package was organized for those who are looking to get in shape and it is ideal for those with a limited amount of space or you can take it on the road. This package includes a new gym bag, digital scale, multi-purpose GoFit ProGym, dual exercise wheel, antimicrobial fitness towels, heart rate monitor and a BPA free water bottle.

This collection includes a Miche prima base with 5 interchangeable shells.

Donated by A of U member Callie Birdsall. For more information, visit Pursonified

This collection includes a Miche petite base with 7 interchangeable shells.

Donated by A of U member Callie Birdsall. For more information, visit Pursonified

In addition to the silent auction item, Lilliane and Joel have offered a Date Night Pass which includes 2 movie tickets and 3 concession items for anyone who signs up or renews their membership in Atheists of Utah on the night of the gala and an Art House Whore Pass for those who sign up as a Sustaining Member.

Additional information on The Art House Cinema 502, Date Night and the cinema rental can be found at their website at http://www.ahc502.com/

Also, please check out Art House Cinema 502’s Kickstarter campaign. They are raising funds to expand on their micro cinema concept and could use some assistance.

Contents of basket:
Sexy Golf Tees
Peter Lipstick
Finger Stimulators
Shoe Shot Glass
Romantica Massage Lotion (Green Tea scent)
Deluxe Love Mitten
Basic Instinct
Nympho Niagra
X-scream
Just Like Me Lubricant (Unflavored)
Dolphin Delight
Before and After Toy Cleaner